NOVEL NEXT Chapter 22: Returning to Cloud Mist Sect
The next day, after Xiao Yi Xian packed her belongings, Gu He took her and left Qingshan Town.
Exiting Qingshan Town, Xiao Yi Xian looked back at the town with a trace of reluctance in her eyes. After all, she had spent many years there, and leaving suddenly was a bit hard to accept.
"Disciple, let's go. If you can't bear to leave, you can always come back in the future." Seeing the reluctance on Xiao Yi Xian's face, Gu He ruffled her hair and comforted her with a smile.
"Alright." Upon hearing Gu He's words, Xiao Yi Xian slowly nodded and then followed Gu He onto the nearby horse-drawn carriage.
The distance from Qingshan Town to Cloud Mist Sect was such that even though Gu He had now broken through to the Dou Emperor realm, it would still take two days and two nights of flight.
However, that was under the assumption that Gu He was flying alone, without any encumbrance. But now, with Xiao Yi Xian with him, he couldn't possibly subject her to two days and two nights of flying.
Hence, Gu He planned to take a flying transport team to the imperial capital. The nearest major city to Gu He at this point was a large city in the eastern province of the Jia Ma Empire.
It was even more magnificent than Wutan City in terms of scale. In terms of overall strength, this city named Blackrock City ranked among the top in all the major cities of the Jia Ma Empire.
Gu He's primary goal on this journey was to reach Blackrock City first, as only such large cities were equipped with civilian flying transport teams by the empire.
Taking a flying transport team would take about three days to reach the imperial capital. After getting on the horse-drawn carriage, Gu He directly entered the carriage.
An old man drove the carriage towards Blackrock City. Although Qingshan Town was the closest place to Blackrock City, even so, it took the carriage the better part of the afternoon to faintly see the massive silhouette of Blackrock City on the horizon.
Standing on the carriage, Gu He looked at the massive city illuminated by the setting sun, casting a faint red glow. He let out a sigh of relief.
As the carriage approached, Gu He noticed that the city's enormous walls were entirely built from neatly arranged black rocks. The old man driving the carriage informed him that these walls had once withstood the combined attack of two Dou Emperor-level experts without showing any sign of damage.
This demonstrated just how strong their defensive capabilities were. After paying the toll at the city gate, the carriage was allowed to
A moment later, the view suddenly opened up, and the bustling sounds of people overwhelmed their senses, causing Xiao Yi Xian's
head to throb unexpectedly.
"Teacher, have we arrived in Blackrock City?" Looking at the massive city in front of her, Xiao Yi Xian's eyes sparkled with curiosity. It was her first time leaving Qingshan Town and coming to such a large city.
"Yes." Gu He smiled and nodded, then added, "Let's get off the carriage." "Okay." Xiao Yi Xian looked at the city surroundings with excitement in her beautiful eyes.
Afterwards, Gu He inquired about their route and led an excited Xiao Yi Xian towards the central location of the city where the flying
transport was stationed.
Passing through a few unfamiliar streets and asking for directions along the way, they finally reached a spacious square where the
flying transport was stationed.
On the vast square, several large flying bird beasts known as "Thick-Winged Birds" were perched. These creatures were not considered magical beasts; they were genuine types of flying bird.
They had gentle temperaments and were easily tamed by humans. However, due to their limited numbers, only the empire had the resources to establish such a flying transport team.
Although these Thick-Winged Birds couldn't match the speed of some other magical flying creatures, they had exceptional
endurance.
After a hearty meal, they could fly steadily for nearly four to five days. Additionally, their carrying capacity was impressive. An adult Thick-Winged Bird could easily carry loads five to six times its own weight for long flights.
During times of war in the empire, these Thick-Winged Birds would be forcibly requisitioned by the imperial military until the war subsided. Therefore, many of them had experienced the brutality of war.
Entering the square, the tumultuous noise assaulted Xiao Yi Xian's ears like a deluge, causing her ears to ring for a moment before she
"Teacher, it's really noisy here." Xiao Yi Xian wrinkled her pretty brows, clearly not fond of the bustling environment.
"Hang in there, it'll get better soon." Gu He reassured her with a smile.
Then, Gu He looked up at the crowded square, noticing that there were long queues forming beside each of the Thick-Winged Birds. He even spotted someone in uniform collecting tickets near the wooden ladder used to board the birds.
Staring at this scene in astonishment for a while, Gu He shook his head with a bitter smile. With Gu He's status, he didn't need to stand in line or buy tickets to ride magical flying creatures within the Jia Ma Empire.
He could even choose to ride on these Thick-Winged Birds, and the operators behind them would try to please him to the best of their
ability.
Since Gu He didn't like to draw attention to himself, he instantly summoned the alchemist robe he used to wear when he was a
second-grade alchemist. He draped it over himself and then led Xiao Yi Xian to bypass the queue, walking directly onto the giant
flying bird.
The manager of the flying transport birds warmly received them.
Looking at the giant flying beast before her, Xiao Yi Xian suddenly thought of her own pet, Little Blue. It was a first-rank Blue Eagle.
Leaving Qing Shan Town, Xiao Yi Xian couldn't bear to part with the most was her pet.
"Little Blue, wait for me. When I become stronger, I'll come to Qing Shan Town and bring you back." Xiao Yi Xian murmured to herself.
Shortly after Gu He and Xiao Yi Xian boarded the flying creature, Gu He felt the large wings of the flying beast start to slowly flap beneath them.
Strands of wind attribute energy swirled beneath its body, lifting its massive form into the sky. With a sharp and melodious cry, guided by the beast tamer's commands, the flying creature ascended into the sky and began a swift flight toward the capital city of the empire.
Sitting by the window in their room, Gu He watched the faint clouds passing by outside. Memories surfaced in his mind, with the distant word "aeroplane" suddenly emerging.
Unexpectedly, even in this otherworldly realm, he could experience the feeling of flying on an aeroplane. "Teacher, how long will it take for us to reach the capital city?" Xiao Yi Xian looked at the scenery outside, asking with anticipation.
"About three days." Gu He replied casually. "If you're bored, take the opportunity to practice." Gu He chuckled. Then, with a thought, Gu He took out the Scarlet Serpent Cauldron. Xiao Yi Xian was curious. "Teacher, are you going to refine pills?"
"You're about to break through to the Dou Practitioner rank. Since we have time, I'll refine a Qi Gathering Powder for you." Gu He smiled.